Things to do in Vail

The hills come to life during three weekends of Oktoberfest in Beaver Creek, Vail, and Lionshead. Don't miss any of the action including live music, Bavarian competitions, and of course beer and bratwurst. Beaver Creek Oktoberfest - September 1 [...]

2018 marks the 30th anniversary season of the Vail Dance Festival. From July 28 through August 11, 2018, enjoy a two-week celebration featuring both dance performance and educational elements. All performances will be in the art of ballet but [...]

August 31 – September 3rd Gourmet on Gore returns to the Vail Valley next month offering a unique culinary experience which in the heart of Vail Village over Labor Day weekend. Sip on world-class wines, beers, and spirits while [...]

Epic Discovery in Vail, CO Located at the top of the Eagle Bahn Gondola in Lionshead is Epic Discovery. Epic Discovery offers activities for all ages and availabilities. From the alpine coaster, ropes course, zip line, or just the [...]

Bravo! brings musical masterpieces to Vail Bravo! Vail returns to the Vail Valley on June 21st for five weeks of musical masterpieces. From orchestra concerts to small ensembles, and education & engagement you will be sure to find [...]

***Update: Due to dry conditions a Stage 2 fire warning is in effect for Eagle County. All firework shows have been canceled; however, there are still many fun events to enjoy in Vail and Beaver Creek villages. Independence [...]

Whether you are an athlete, a spectator, or visiting Vail with your family, the GoPro Mountain Games are not to be missed. June 7-10th Vail Village will be energized with exciting events for the young and the young-at-heart [...]

In the summer, Vail is alive with concerts, art, athletics, and events for the whole family. Here is a schedule of all of the top items to consider attending during your vacation in Vail, Colorado. GoPro Mountain Games June [...]

If it’s your first time to Vail’s infamous back bowls, you are in for an experience of a lifetime! In the 1870s, wildfires on the backside of future Vail Mountain left a wide, relatively treeless expanse stretching across five [...]

On October 22-24, 2017  be sure to visit to Dobson Ice Arena in Lionshead, where its rink and stands are stuffed with gear and excitement for the 48th annual Ski and Snowboard SWAP. This Vail tradition has long marked [...]

Vail Resorts continues its wave of investments at Vail Mountain replacing the Northwoods Express Lift (#11) with a six-passenger lift to debut during the 2017-2018 winter season. The new lift marks the 10th lift replacement in the last 11 [...]

Summer in Vail means The Vail Farmer’s Market and Art Show. What began 17 years ago as a few tents over several weekends has grown to 135 vendors filling Meadow Drive from 10-3:30 every Sunday, June 18-October 1. Local [...]

From June 22 to August 4, Bravo! Vail brings four of the globe’s most revered orchestras to the valley. For 30 years, this festival has attracted internationally renowned classical musicians and soloists who perform a myriad of offerings. Pack [...]

  NEWS RELEASE - VAIL Vail Mountain Announces Kids Ride Free Gondola Rides This Summer All kids ride the gondola free with an adult purchase At top of gondola families can enjoy zipline, mountain coaster, and new this summer, [...]

Think snowboarders launching tricks off jumps bigger than most houses or jetting out of a half pipe’s vertical walls is cool to watch on TV? Wait till you see it in person! February 28-March 4, The Burton US Open Snowboarding [...]

Downhill skiing originated in Norway, and celebrating with friends afterward was there from the beginning. As skiing spread across Europe, the French invented the phrase "après-ski." Yet each country with slopes, skiers and riders has shaped après-ski's meaning to [...]

Eagle County Regional Airport (EGE) lies just 30 minutes west of Vail and this winter it offers nonstop flights from twelve US cities. A small airport, it has none of the hassles—trains to terminals, lines at security, long waits [...]

Vail offers unique experiences where relationships can flourish. We often talk about the adventure and excitement of Vail, but let's not forget the romance! Yes, Vail offers beautiful scenery and candle light dinners, but above all, Vail offers unique [...]

4 Eagle Ranch The sleigh ride dinner at 4 Eagle Ranch provides an authentic Western experience. Located 20 miles from Vail in Wolcott, the ranch provides excellent star gazing because of the distance from the city lights. After the [...]

Vail is a haven of winter activities teens love, on and off the slopes, under the sun or moon.SKIING AND SNOWBOARDINGVail Ski and Snowboard School offers teen programs for ages 13-15. Terrain parks are spread across Vail’s front-side runs, Golden [...]